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Muse to perform two shows at Ziggo Dome in November

British rock band Muse will perform two shows at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on November 29 and 30. The concerts are part of the tour for their upcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, which is s...

Mirjam du Cloo starts at Hart with ambition; ‘Culture must be accessible to everyone’

Mirjam du Cloo has begun her ambitious new role at the cultural organization Hart, advocating for universal access to culture. She brings a lifelong passion for diverse artistic genres, ranging from c...

The discomfort of the drink break that is much more than a drink break

The article discusses new regulations introduced during the World Cup, focusing specifically on the implementation of drinking breaks. It argues that while many new rules are minor, the drinking break...

TikTok made me do it! Long queues at these city center food spots

Viral social media trends are causing exceptionally long queues at various restaurants and shops in Amsterdam's city center, a phenomenon known as "TikTok queues." The article explores how these viral...

British artist David Hockney dies aged 88

Special Olympians from the Caribbean Netherlands arrive: "Everyone is a star"

Thirty athletes from Bonaire, Saba, and Sint Eustatius have arrived at Schiphol Airport to participate in the Special Olympics held in Haarlem and Haarlemmermeer. The delegation will compete in variou...

Sterk: Everyone must have access to the World Cup

Dutch Sports Minister Mirjam Sterk has stated that access to the upcoming World Cup in the United States should be open to everyone, including teams and their support staff. She intends to use the eve...

Stop the fuss about the arrival of the new herring

The article invites readers to share their opinions in a weekly poll regarding the annual excitement surrounding the arrival of the new herring season. It questions whether the media attention and pub...

World Cup disrupts TV schedule: these programs are being rescheduled

The start of the FIFA World Cup has led to significant changes in Dutch television programming as NOS broadcasts all 104 matches live on NPO 1. Consequently, many regular programs are being reschedule...

Sharon and Erik turned their Jesse-house into a green oasis: ’I always have a spot for one more plant’

Sharon and Erik de Roos have transformed their 1921 terraced house in Oegstgeest into a green oasis filled with numerous plants. The unique home was designed by architect Hendrik Johannes Jesse, who i...

Anniko van Santen to host AVROTROS game show Triviant

Broadcaster AVROTROS has announced that Anniko van Santen will host the revamped game show Triviant. Van Santen, who won the original version of the program in 1998, will lead the show's updated forma...

Inglorious end of TV flop RTL Tonight: 'Media usage has changed'

The Dutch talk show RTL Tonight has concluded its run, highlighting broader challenges facing the genre in the Netherlands. Media experts suggest that while the demand for news and analysis remains st...

Sea shanty choir De Raddraaiers in distress with only seven members: 'We are looking for men who enjoy singing'

The sea shanty choir De Raddraaiers is facing a membership crisis with only seven members remaining and is urgently seeking new male singers. Their performances feature a diverse mix of cheerful and m...

The luxury of a whaler on Texel: People still sleep in the box beds of the Whaler’s Cottage

't Walvisvaarders Huisje in Den Hoorn on Texel is a small, volunteer-run museum featured as a unique historical gem with limited opening hours. The site offers visitors a glimpse into the past, where ...

Toos & Henk - June 12

Cartoonist Paul Kusters publishes his daily perspective on current events through the comic strip Toos & Henk, which appears from Monday through Saturday.

NASA criticized over male Artemis III crew: 'Artemis is Apollo's twin sister'

NASA is facing public backlash and disappointment on social media following the announcement of an all-male crew for the Artemis III mission. The mission serves as a preparatory flight for the first A...

NOS didn't cut back on World Cup reporter Joep Schreuder

Argentine football fans denied US visas receive free TVs

Argentinian football fans who were denied visas to travel to the United States to watch Lionel Messi play have received free televisions from the brand Noblex. The promotion aims to compensate for the...

Zoë Kravitz finds media attention uncomfortable: 'Feels overwhelming'

Actress Zoë Kravitz told British Vogue that she finds the intense media attention she receives to be uncomfortable and overwhelming. The daughter of Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet noted that the spotli...

Trump appeals over Kennedy Center name

The Trump administration is appealing a court order that requires the removal of Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center in Washington. The appeal also challenges a judicial decision that blocked ...

Security guard must pay Lil Wayne $29,000 after dismissed case

A security guard has been ordered to pay rapper Lil Wayne over $29,000 in damages after his lawsuit against the artist was dismissed. Court documents obtained by Rolling Stone confirm that the case ha...

More funding for Stadsschouwburg Velsen after all? Revised construction plan finally ready, permits still pending

The renovation and expansion plan for Stadsschouwburg Velsen has been finalized after several delays. The updated project will be presented to local residents on Tuesday, June 23rd, though official pe...

Tolhuistuin once hosted concerts and the first exhibition on shipping

Zandvoort tennis team qualifies for national title play-offs on rainy final day

The Zandvoort tennis team has qualified for the national title play-offs after finishing fourth in the Eredivisie. The team will compete for the championship next weekend at the Leimonias tennis compl...

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Jaap Reesema presents new singing show Sing With Me

Jaap Reesema will host the new music program Sing With Me, which is scheduled to premiere this autumn on the Dutch television channel SBS6. The show provides unknown singers with the opportunity to pe...

Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (June 12-14)

The city of Haarlem is hosting a wide range of activities and events during the weekend of June 12-14. This guide provides curated tips to help locals and visitors navigate the city's busy schedule.

From Hazes and Rembrandt to a tribute to Eberhard van der Laan: 1,700 public artworks in Amsterdam mapped

I have five school bags, they had to match my outfit

On Thursday, many students in the Netherlands anxiously awaited their final exam results to determine if they had graduated. The article captures the local tradition of hanging schoolbags on flagpoles...

World Cup opening ceremony begins in Mexico City Stadium

The opening ceremony for the 23rd World Cup kicked off on Thursday at the renovated Mexico City Stadium before a sold-out crowd of 83,000 people. This marks the third time Mexico has hosted the tourna...